Decline in grazing practices threatens the existence of a Basque cheese
The multidisciplinary research group Lactiker - Quality and Safety of Foods from Animal Origin, which is attached to the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), is working on (among other things) characterizing the biochemical, microbiological an.....»»
Cheesemaking is a complex science—a food chemist explains the process from milk to mozzarella
Cheese is a relatively simple food. It's made with milk, enzymes—these are proteins that can chop up other proteins—bacterial cultures and salt. Lots of complex chemistry goes into the cheesemaking process, which can determine whether the cheese.....»»
Yes, Australia"s environment is on a depressing path—but $7 billion a year would transform it, says report
The condition of Australia's environment continues to decline. Many Australians wonder if it's possible to reverse this depressing trajectory—and our landmark assessment released today shows the answer is yes......»»
Spain launches antitrust investigation over Apple"s App Store practices
Spain has become the latest country to accuse Apple of possible anticompetitive actions concerning alleged unfair treatment of developers on the App Store.Apple Passeig de Gracia store in SpainThe investigation is to be conducted by Spain's Comision.....»»
Five questions to answer before adopting AI-generated code practices
Five questions to answer before adopting AI-generated code practices.....»»
X website reverts water pistol emoji to realistic gun
Users on Twitter/X have found that after six years, choosing the pistol emoji now shows an image of a gun instead of a water pistol.Choosing the "Pistol" emoji on Twitter/X now again gets you a gun instead of a water pistolThe existence of any partic.....»»
Is Tantra about sex or divine liberation? Why followers are split over the ancient yogic tradition
In a world of alternative therapies and new-age spiritual practices, Tantra holds a special place. This concept is largely associated with techniques for improving your sex life—but there's a lot more to Tantra than sex......»»
Sustainable management and regeneration of endangered Senegalia venosa needed in Ethiopia, says study
A research team has identified the distribution and regeneration status of the endangered Senegalia venosa in Tigray and Gonder drylands. They found it has a poor regeneration rate due to factors like charcoal production and grazing......»»
Smallholder farmers, efficient ranching practices critical to meet restoration targets in Brazil"s Atlantic Forest
A new study led by King's College London simulated the effects of various restoration policies to assess their impact on biodiversity and agricultural production......»»
Climate change threatens age-old Mauritania date harvest
Wandering atop a small sand dune in central Mauritania, Aliene Haimoud gazed despondently at the yellowing date palms before him –- the trees are dying if they are not already dead......»»
One-third of dev professionals unfamiliar with secure coding practices
Attackers consistently discover and exploit software vulnerabilities, highlighting the increasing importance of robust software security, according to OpenSSF and the Linux Foundation. Despite this, many developers lack the essential knowledge and sk.....»»
Overlooked essentials: API security best practices
In this Help Net Security, Ankita Gupta, CEO at Akto, discusses API security best practices, advocating for authentication protocols like OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect, strict HTTPS encryption, and the use of JWTs for stateless authentication. Gupta r.....»»
Insurance companies ask court to shield them from lender"s settlement costs
Three liability insurance companies have sued to avoid covering defense and settlement costs incurred by third-party lender Nicholas Financial in a separate class-action case involving allegations of deceptive and illegal loan-related practices......»»
Existence of lunar lava tube cave demonstrated
The presence of conduits below the lunar surface has been theorized and extensively debated for at least 50 years. Now, an analysis of NASA Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter radar data reveals what lies below the Mare Tranquillitatis......»»
Climate change threatens overall firefly populations, study shows, but Midwest could see increase
For many who grew up east of the Mississippi River, yellow twinkling lights punctuate magical childhood memories. New England natives call them fireflies, but they're known as lightning bugs from the Midwest to the South. No matter their regional nam.....»»
Loss of oxygen in bodies of water identified as new tipping point
Oxygen concentrations in our planet's waters are decreasing rapidly and dramatically—from ponds to the ocean. The progressive loss of oxygen threatens not only ecosystems, but also the livelihoods of large sectors of society and the entire planet,.....»»
Apple defeats lawsuit that alleged third-party app restrictions cause higher iPhone prices
As reported by Reuters, Apple has won its bid to have a class action lawsuit that. challenged its “closed ecosystem of apps and services” dismissed. US District Judge Richard Seeborg concluded that the plaintiffs, who alleged that these practices.....»»
Why saline lakes are the canary in the coalmine for the world"s water resources
When it comes to inland surface water bodies, saline lakes are unique. They make up 44% of all lakes worldwide and are found on every continent including Antarctica. These lakes' existence depends on a delicate balance between a river basin's water i.....»»
Unprecedented warming threatens Earth"s lakes and their ecosystems
Lakes, with their rich biodiversity and important ecological services, face a concerning trend: rapidly increasing temperatures. A recent study published in Nature Geoscience by an international team of limnologists and climate modelers reveals that.....»»
In the heart of Mauritania"s desert, a green oasis cultivates equality
For the residents of Maaden, a green oasis nestled in the depths of the vast Mauritanian desert, communal living, spirituality and sustainable agriculture are the keys to a harmonious existence......»»
Study reveals the existence of a hidden "pink tax" in digital advertising
Advertisers systematically pay more to show online ads to women than to men, especially in highly developed nations, according to research from the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) and IMDEA Networks. This gender-based price discrimination in.....»»